Timeform US SmartPlays: Friday 8 December

• Three best bets in the US from Timeform

#9 Sheza Nasty Girl - Tampa Bay R4 (19:12)

Sheza Nasty Girl was a good second in a maiden claimer on debut before finding special weight company a bit beyond her last time. Back against claimers here, she has a strong chance of getting off the mark. Retired Kathy is next best, while Corinth makes up the three.

#8 Ruddy Buddy - Tampa Bay R5 (19:45)

Ruddy Buddy has faced tough tasks in four stakes races since breaking his maiden at Colonial in the summer and should find today's drop in grade to allowance company working in his favour. Ninja Star may be the one to profit if the selection isn't quite up to the task, while recent maiden winner Inchon is open to improvement.

#4 Peace Fire - Tampa Bay R9 (21:45)

Peace Fire can be a little hit and miss but is more than capable on his day and should go close if in the same sort of form as when second at Laurel Park in October. He's not been with his current trainer too long either and he may well be able to get the best out of him. Rob the Treasure and Suzie's Saver are others to take account of.